Borough of Manhattan Community College

Of the City University of New York

V
NURSING DEPARTMENT
ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE
DEGREE

STUDENT HANDBOOK
Registered Nurse (RN) Track

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 NURSING DEPARTMENT

STUDENT HANDBOOK
PREPARED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF NURSING
FACULTY
of
BOROUGH OF MANHATTAN COMMUNITY COLLEGE
OF THE CITY UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK
199 Chambers Street
New York, New York 10007
(212) 220-8230

Judy S. Eng, APRN, MSN, GNP-BC

Chairperson and Professor of Nursing

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DEPARTMENT OF NURSING BOROUGH OF MANHATTAN COMMUNITY COLLEGE
S730 THE CITY UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK
199 CHAMBERS STREET
NEW YORK, NY 10007-1097

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Dear Student:

Welcome to the Nursing Program at Borough of Manhattan Community College of the City University of New York.

This handbook will serve as a source of reference for you to familiarize with important guidelines and policies* that will
assist you to successfully complete our Nursing Program- Registered Nurse Track.

Nursing faculty will discuss many of these policies and guidelines with you in the classroom. They are also available to
address your questions and concerns during office hours. We encourage you to keep this handbook to refer to as you go
through the nursing program.

The faculty and staff are committed to providing you with an excellent educational opportunity, student resources and
support, and partnership as you pursue your educational and career goals.

Sincerely,
Judy S. Eng,
Chairperson
Assistant Professor

*Revisions and additions to policies will be provided in writing and updated on nursing department website. Student
handbook will be updated as needed.

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS
Welcome Letter……………………………………………………............. 5
I. General Information………………………………………………... 11

II. Program Description………………………………………………... 13

III. ANA Code of Ethics/Scope and Standards of Practice…………… 14-15

IV. The Joint Commission National Patient Safety Goals……………. 16

V. Quality and Safety Education for Nurses………………………….. 17

VI. SBAR Report to Physician………………………………………….. 18

VII. Legal Definition of Nursing…………………………………………. 19

VIII. New York State Law………………………………………………… 20

IX. Mission & Philosophy of Nursing/Teaching-Learning

Process……………………….……………………………………….. 21-22

X. End-of-Program Student Learning Outcomes (EPSLOs) of the

Nursing Educational Unit……………………………...................... 23-24
XI. 2019 Test Plan for the National Council Licensure Examination for
Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN® Examination) …………………. 25

XII. Nursing Course Descriptions………………………………………. 26-27

XIII. Pre-Requisite Courses and Nursing Course Sequences

Day/Evening-Weekend……………………………………………… 28-30

XIV. Nursing Department Policies……………………………………….. 31-50

A. Progression Policy……………………………………... 31

B. Repeat/Withdrawal Policy……………………………. 31

C. Re-Entry Policy………………………………………… 31

D. Student Disciplinary Policy …………………………… 32

E. Registration for Nursing Courses…………………….. 32

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 Nursing Department Policies (Continued)

F. Course Requirements………………………………….. 32

G. Absence Policy………………………………………….. 32

H. Policy for Clinical Section Request…………………… 32

I. Immigration Status and Documentation Policy……… 33

J. Notice to Students on Criminal Background Checks.... 33

K. BMCC Nursing Practice Competencies……….……… 33-34

L. Medical Clearance & Drug Test from CastleBranch… 35

M. Evaluation Process………………………….………..… 36-38

i. Departmental Exams………..…………………... 36

ii. Rounding Up/ No Rounding Up…………………36

iii. Departmental Exam Rules…………………….... 37

a. Lateness…………………………….. 37

b. Make-up Examinations……………. 37

c. Examination Papers……………….. 37

d. Review of Examinations…………… 37

iv. Standardized Achievement Exam &

Guidelines…………………………....................... 37

v. Clinical Evaluation……………………………… 37-38

a. Clinical Laboratory……………….. 37

b. Practicum………………………..… 37-38

N. Nursing Laboratory Guidelines………………………. 38-42

O. Clinical Requirements…………………………………. 43

P. Dosage Calculation Competency………………............ 43

Q. Grade of Incomplete…………………………………… 43
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 Nursing Department Policies (Continued)

R. Clinical Policies………………………………………… 44-46

i. Uniforms and Identification……………………. 44

ii. Punctuality………………………………………. 44

iii. Absence…………………………………………... 44

iv. Hospital Documents Required………………….. 44

v. Pregnant Students……………………………….. 44-45

vi. Electronic Communication Devices……………. 45

vii. Policy on Drug Screening……………………….. 45

viii. Criminal Background Check…………………… 45

ix. Professional Behavior…………………………… 45

x. Unprofessional Conduct………………………… 45

xi. Noncompliance with Clinical Policies………….. 45

xii. Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act

(HIPAA)………………………………….……… 46

S. Student Request for Letters…………………………….46

T. Department of Nursing Complaint Procedure……….. 46

U. Graduation……………………………………………… 46

V. Student Academic Files………………………………… 46

W. Nursing Student Services/Activities……………….….. 47

i. Counseling…………………………………………….. 47

ii. Tutoring………………………………………………. 47

iii. Nursing Club…………………………………………. 47

iv. National Student Nurses’ Association……………… 47-48

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v. Pinning Ceremony………………………………...…. 48

X. Nursing Department Scholarships/Awards………….. 48-49

Y. Departmental Meetings……………………………….. 49

Z. BMCC Clubs and Organizations…………………….. 49

AA. Student Nurse Summer Extern Programs………….. 49-50

BB. Student Show of Appreciation……………………..… 50

XV. College Policies

A. BMCC Policy on Plagiarism………………………....... 51

B. No Children in Classroom…………………………….. 51

C. Religious Observances……………………………….... 51

XVI. Faculty & Staff Contact Information……………………………… 52-54

XVII. Appendices……………………………………………………………..55-

Appendix “A” – Academic Calendar…………………………….. 56-63

Appendix “B” – Academic Grading……………………………… 64-65

Appendix “C” – College-Wide Services/Activities………………. 66-68

Appendix “D” – Departmental Policy: Student Complaints……. 69

Appendix “E” – Health Clearance Forms……………………….. 70-79

Appendix “F” – Clinical Request Form………………………….. 80-81

Appendix “G” – Nursing Dept. Standing Committees………….. 82-83

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 I. GENERAL INFORMATION

The Nursing Department policies and regulations are specific to the Nursing Program and supplement the general college
policies for students. This handbook serves to strengthen the Nursing Department’s commitment to academic excellence
and the continued success of nursing students throughout the program.

The Nursing faculty developed this document to fulfill several additional purposes. It serves as a resource which outlines
the policies and defines specific regulations governing students in the Nursing Program; and helps assure that students
will receive consistent and uniform consideration throughout the program.

These policies and regulations also are in accord with several other principles, codes, and laws with which nurses and
nursing students must comply. For example, unsafe, unethical, or disruptive behavior in the classroom or clinical setting
is not only socially unacceptable, but it is not professionally permitted.

Upon admission into the Nursing Program, all new nursing students are given a copy of the handbook by a faculty
member who reviews the stated policies and regulations that students are expected to abide by. All students are
encouraged to periodically review these policies and regulations to ensure ongoing compliance. Each student indicates
by signature on the “Letter of Understanding” form that they understand and will abide by the contents of the student
handbook.

In addition to these policies and regulations of the Nursing Department, nursing students are expected to comply with all
civil laws and regulations.

Note: Students will be notified in writing of changes to the current policies prior to revision of the Student
Handbook.

Borough of Manhattan Community College/CUNY is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Immigration Reform and

Control Act/American with Disabilities Act institution. The college does not discriminate on the basis of age,
transgender, sexual orientation, or citizenship, religion, race, color, national or ethnic origin, disability, or veteran’s or
marital status in its student admissions, employment, access to programs, and administration of educational policies.
Call general information at 212-220-8000.

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 II. Program Description
The Borough of Manhattan Community College Nursing Program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for
Education in Nursing, Inc. (ACEN) and registered by the New York State Education Department (HEGIS Code 5208.01).
The Nursing Program prepares students to become members of the health team—qualified to render safe and competent
nursing care in health service agencies and hospitals. The Program combines classroom work with observation and practice
in health care facilities. In addition, students are trained to be competent nurses who work in collaboration with members
of the health care team that are responsible for facilitating the maintenance of health, the improvement of health status, the
prevention of illness and the alleviation of suffering.

Upon successful completion of 65 credits, the Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) Degree is granted and students are
eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurse (RN).* Additionally, to qualify for a
license as a registered professional nurse, applicants must be of good moral character, at least eighteen years of age, and
meets New York State residency requirements. Applicants must meet state eligibility requirements prior to licensure.

*Please Note: Graduates are required to have a valid Social Security Number to sit for the NCLEX Exam.

The Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. (ACEN), formerly known as the National League for
Nursing Accrediting Commission, is located at:

Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing

3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400
Atlanta, Georgia 30326
P. (404) 975-5000
www.acenursing.org

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 III. ANA Code of Ethics
The Code of Ethics of the American Nurses’ Association is used as the standard for ethical practice and is used to assure
that patients will be protected in accordance with the New York State’s Nurse Practice Act.

The Code of Ethics is based on a body of moral and ethical principles. These principles have been translated into statements
of standards which will guide the nursing students’ integrity and their conduct while engaged in learning within the nursing
program and later as a nurse in practice.

Conduct violating these statements may constitute reason for departmental warning or for departmental withdrawal from
the nursing program.

AMERICAN NURSES ASSOCIATION CODE OF ETHICS FOR NURSES

Provision Description

Provision 1 The nurse, in all professional relationships, practices with compassion and respect for the inherent
dignity, worth, and uniqueness of every individual, unrestricted by considerations of social or
economic status, personal attributes, or the nature of health problems.

Provision 2 The nurse’s primary commitment is to the patient, whether an individual, family, group, or
community.

Provision 3 The nurse promotes, advocates for, and strives to protect the health, safety, and rights of the patient.

Provision 4 The nurse is responsible and accountable for individual nursing practice and determines the
appropriate delegation of tasks consistent with the nurse’s obligation to provide optimum patient care.

Provision 5 The nurse owes the same duties to self as to other, including the responsibility to preserve integrity and
safety, to maintain competence, and to continue personal and professional growth.

Provision 6 The nurse participates in establishing, maintaining, and improving health care environments and
conditions of employment conducive to the provision of quality health care and consistent with the
values of the profession through individual and collective action.

Provision 7 The nurse participates in the advancement of the profession through contributions to practice,
education, administration, and knowledge development.

Provision 8 The nurse collaborates with other health professionals and the public in promoting community,
national, and international efforts to meet health needs.

Provision 9 The profession of nursing, as represented by associations and their members, is responsible for
articulating nursing values, for maintaining the integrity of the profession and its practice, and for
shaping social policy.

http://www.nursingworld.org/codeofethics
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 American Nurses’ Association Clinical Standards
Standards describe the profession’s responsibility to the public and the outcomes for which nurses are accountable.
AMERICAN NURSES ASSOCIATION SCOPE AND STANDARDS OF PRACTICE
Standards of Practice: The six Standards of Practice describe a competent level of nursing care as demonstrated by
the nursing process.
Standard Description

Standard 1 Assessment – Collects comprehensive data pertinent to the patient’s health or the situation.

Standard 2 Diagnosis – Analyzes the assessment data to determine the diagnoses or issues.

Standard 3 Outcomes Identification – Identifies expected outcomes for a plan individualized to the patient or the
situation.

Standard 4 Planning – Develops a plan that prescribes strategies and alternatives to attain expected outcomes.

Standard 5 Implementation – Implements the identified plan. Elaborating this standard are five others: 5A.
Coordination of Care, 5B. Health Teaching and Health Promotion, 5C. Consultation, 5D. Prescriptive
Authority and 5E. Treatment and Evaluation.

Standard 6 Evaluation – Evaluates progress towards attainment of outcomes.

Standards of Professional Performance: The nine Standards of Professional Performance describe a competent level
of behavior in the professional role.
Standard 7 Quality of Practice – Systematically enhances the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice.

Standard 8 Education – Attains knowledge and competency that reflects current nursing practice.

Standard 9 Professional Practice Evaluation – Evaluates one’s own nursing practice in relation to professional
practice standards and guidelines, relevant statutes, rules, and regulations.

Standard Collegiality – Interacts with and contributes to the professional development of peers and colleagues.
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Standard Collaboration – Collaborates with patient, family and others in the conduct of nursing practice.
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Standard Ethics – Integrates ethical provisions in all areas of practice.

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Standard Research – Integrates research findings into practice.

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Standard Resource Utilization – Considers factors related to safety, effectiveness, cost, and impact on practice in
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Standard Leadership – Provides leadership in the professional practice setting and the profession.
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Source: American Nurses Association http://www.nursingworld.org/nursingstandards

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 IV. The Joint Commission National Patient Safety Goals
The faculty supports and incorporates into the curriculum the National Patient Safety Goals to protect the safety
of each patient in healthcare settings such as hospital, nursing homes, ambulatory facilities, and community-based
setting.

2022
Hospital National Patient Safety Goal
The purpose of the National Patient Safety Goals is to improve patient safety. The goals focus on problems in
health care safety and how to solve them.

Identify patients correctly

NPSG.01.01.01 Use at least two ways to identify patients. For example, use the patient’s name and date
of birth. This is done to make sure that each patient gets the correct medicine and
treatment.

Improve staff communication Get important test results to the right staff person on time.
NPSG.02.03.01

Use medicines safely Before a procedure, label medicines that are not labeled. For example, medicines in
NPSG.03.04.01 syringes, cups and basins. Do this in the area where medicines and supplies are set up.

Take extra care with patients who take medicines to thin their blood.
NPSG.03.05.01
Record and pass along correct information about a patient’s medicines. Find out what
NPSG.03.06.01 medicines the patient is taking. Compare those medicines to new medicines given to the
patient. Make sure the patient knows which medicines to take when they are at home. Tell
the patient it is important to bring their up-to-date list of medicines every time they visit a
doctor.

Use alarms safely Make improvements to ensure that alarms on medical equipment are heard and responded to
NPSG.06.01.01 on time.

Prevent infection Use the hand cleaning guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention or the
NPSG.07.01.01 World Health Organization. Set goals for improving hand cleaning. Use the goals to
improve hand cleaning.

Identify patient safety risks Reduce the risks for suicide.

NPSG.15.01.01

Prevent mistakes in surgery Make sure that the correct surgery is done on the correct patient and at the correct place on
UP.01.01.01 the patient’s body.

UP.01.02.01 Mark the correct place on the patient’s body where the surgery is to be done.

UP.01.03.01 Pause before the surgery to make sure that a mistake is not being made.

https://www.jointcommission.org/-/media/tjc/documents/standards/national-patient-safety-
goals/2022/simple_2022-hap-npsg-goals-101921.pdf

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 V. QUALITY AND SAFETY EDUCATION FOR NURSES (QSEN)
COMPETENCIES
The overall goal for the Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN) is to prepare competent
future nurses with KOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ATTITUDES to continuously improve quality and
safety of the healthcare system within which they work.

COMPETENCY DEFINITION

Patient-Centered Care Recognize the patient or designee as the source of

control and full partner in providing compassionate
and coordinated care based on respect for patient's
preferences, values, and needs.

Teamwork and Collaboration Function effectively within nursing and inter-

professional teams, fostering open communication,
mutual respect, and shared decision-making to
achieve quality patient care.

Evidence-Based Practice Integrate best current evidence with clinical

expertise and patient/family preferences and values
for delivery of optimal health care.

Quality Improvement Use data to monitor the outcomes of care processes

and use improvement methods to design and test
changes to continuously improve the quality and
safety of health care systems.

Safety Minimizes risk of harm to patients and providers

through both system effectiveness and individual
performance.

Informatics Use information and technology to communicate,

manage knowledge, mitigate error, and support
decision making.

http://www.qsen.org/about_qsen.php

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 VI. SBAR REPORT TO A PHYSICIAN
BEFORE CALLING THE PHYSICIAN
1. Assess the patient. Involve the patient in plan recommendations, if possible.
2. Review the chart for recent medication or order changes / changes in condition.
3. Know the primary / pertinent diagnoses.
4. Have the following available when speaking with the physician: Chart, Allergies, Meds/ IV Fluids, Labs

FOCUS ON THE PROBLEM & BE CONCISE

SITUATION Date ______________

S State your name and agency.

I am calling about: (Patient Name).
The problem I am calling about is: (briefly state problem, when happened/started, how severe.
Code status would be helpful.
Notes:________________________________________________________

BACKGROUND

B State the primary and pertinent diagnosis & the date of admission to agency.
Relate the complaint given by the patient. Pay special attention to emotional/mental status
List current medications, allergies, most recent vital signs, most recent lab results or treatments.

ASSESSMENT
Give conclusions about the situation. Words like “might be” or “could be” are helpful. A

A diagnosis is not necessary. Relate how severe the problem might be.
Describe changes from prior assessment:

Weight
Mental Status
Blood Pressure
Temperature
Blood Sugar
Pain
Neuro changes Respiratory rate/quality Wound
Musculoskeletal Pulse rate/quality GI/GU (Nausea/Vomiting/
Diarrhea/Output)
Notes:__________________________________________________________________
RECOMMENDATION - Say what you think would be helpful or what needs to be done.
Change treatment to: ________________________________

R Adjust medications for: _______________________________

Place telehealth monitor? _____________________________
Obtain consult for discipline (e.g., PT, OT, ST, WOCN, SN, SW, etc.) ________________
Have the patient come in to see you at your office today or within 24 hrs? __________
Transfer the patient to hospital? __________________________________________
Increase visit frequency to: _________________________________________________
Any labs / tests needed? _________________________________________________
Make sure to clarify under what circumstances and when the physician wants us to call
again.
_____________________________________________________________________
Notes: _______________________________________________________________

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 VII. LEGAL DEFINITION OF NURSING

Definition of the practice of nursing as it appears in the New York State Nurse Practice Act follows:

6901. Definitions (As used in Section 6902)

1. “Diagnosing” in the context of nursing practice means that identification of and discrimination between physical
and psychosocial signs and symptoms essential to effective execution and management of the nursing regimen.
Such diagnostic privilege is distinct from a medical diagnosis.
2. “Treating” means selection and performance of those therapeutic measures essential to the effective execution and
management of the nursing regimen and execution of any prescribed medical regimen.
3. “Human Responses” means those signs, symptoms, and processes which denote the individual’s interaction with
an actual or potential health problem.

6902. Definition of practice of the profession of nursing.

The practice of the profession of nursing as a registered professional nurse is defined as diagnosing and treating human
responses to actual or potential health problems through such services as case finding, health teaching, health counseling,
and provision of care supportive to or restorative of life and well-being, and executing medical regimens prescribed by a
licensed or otherwise legally authorized physician or dentist. A nursing regimen shall be consistent and shall not vary any
existing medical regimen.

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 VIII. NEW YORK STATE LAW

To practice as a Registered Nurse (R.N.) an individual must complete and officially graduate from a certified
registered nursing education program. Upon successful completion of these requirements, the graduate can then file an
application for licensure with the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN).

The application for licensure requires that the individual state whether he/she has ever been convicted of or has charges
pending for a crime (felony or misdemeanor) in any state or country or ever been found guilty of or has charges pending
for professional misconduct, unprofessional conduct or negligence in any state or country.

Nursing students who answer “yes” to any of these questions must be apprised that it is the prerogative of the State Board
of Nursing, upon recommendation of the Office of Professional Discipline, to deny an application for licensure even if a
student has successfully completed the program’s curriculum. It is also the prerogative of the Board to withhold licensure
upon investigation of a case, even if the candidate has successfully passed the licensure examination.

Any student who anticipates difficulty with the application for licensure should immediately discuss this matter, in
confidence, with the Chair/Deputy Chair of the Nursing Program.

Check the following web sites for further information regarding licensure and regulations by the NYS Board of Nursing
(http://op.nysed.gov/nursing.htm) and the NYS Board of Regents (http://www.op.nysed.gov/part28.htm).

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 IX. MISSION & PHILOSOPHY OF THE NURSING DEPARTMENT

Department of Nursing – Mission

The mission, vision, and core values of the Borough of Manhattan Community College (BMCC) nursing
program are congruent with the mission, vision, and core values of the college. The mission of the nursing
program is to serve students of diverse backgrounds, by providing them with an education that prepares them
for the place of work and beyond the associate degree level. Articulation agreements with Four-Year Nursing
programs allow for advanced preparation and lifelong learning, promotion of excellence in nursing education,
and the enhancement of the profession, and an overall benefit to communities. The faculty is committed to
providing an accessible, high-quality nursing education to meet the changing healthcare needs of a diverse
urban population. The program aims to prepare graduates for the professional role of registered nurse at the
entry level after meeting the educational requirements to take the National Council Licensure Examination for
Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). The nursing program faculty has continuous input into the developing and
monitoring of the nursing program’s mission, vision, core values, as well as the End-of-Program Student
Learning Outcomes (EPSLOs) to meet the Program Outcomes (POs).

Department of Nursing – Philosophy

The philosophy of the Associate in Applied Science (AAS) Degree in Nursing Program at Borough of
Manhattan Community College (BMCC) is derived from Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing
(ACEN, 2017), Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN, 2014), the Institute of Medicine (IOM,
2011), core value statements from the NLN (2012) and ethical code of the American Nurses Association
(ANA, 2015) about health and wellness, quality of life of the individual, the environment, ethical practice and
education of the Associate Degree Nurse. The program of learning provides a foundation for the acquisition
and integration of knowledge, skills and abilities necessary for accountable and safe nursing practice in today’s
health care environment. The goal of the nursing faculty is to promote the highest quality of nursing care to
the individual, families, significant persons and the community.

The graduate of the AAS Degree in Nursing program at BMCC is prepared to meet the educational
competencies defined by the National League of Nursing (NLN, 2012), and New York State Education Law,
Article 139 (The Nurse Practice Act, 2010). The AAS Degree in Nursing Program prepares the graduates to
pass the NCLEX-RN examination by incorporating the contents of the Client Needs categories of the 2016
Test Plan for the NCLEX-RN into the curriculum. The Client Needs categories are measured against the End-
of-Program Student Learning Outcomes (EPSLOs) for each course on the practice of nursing. The AAS
Degree prepared nurse’s role is characterized by evidence-based clinical practice with the provision of care for
individuals and families in structured settings. The AAS graduate demonstrates the core competencies
identified by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN, 2017), the IOM (2011) and
QSEN (2014) to provide high quality safe nursing care, and the ethical provisions in the American Nurses
Association (ANA) code of ethics for nurses (ANA, 2015).

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Teaching-Learning Process
Teaching-Learning is a goal directed process in which teachers and learners share mutual responsibility in
creating a change in the learner. The faculty believes that the teaching-learning process is an incremental
process that progresses from the simple to the complex and from the familiar to the unfamiliar. The teacher
considers individual differences in the selection and sequencing of increasingly complex learning experiences
to achieve pre-determined curriculum objectives. The prerequisite courses help to identify those students most
able to achieve the objectives/goals in clinical nursing. We believe that the teacher is a provider of
information, facilitator of learning, resource person and role model. The results of learning can be assessed
through measurable, achievable changes in observable student behaviors as they progress from one level to the
next. The learner is responsible for achievement of the objectives/goals through individual and group
participation in the learning activities. Ongoing mutual evaluation of learning experiences and immediate
feedback are essential to desired changes in behavior.

The faculty believes that the learner is a motivated adult who is willing to acquire attitudes, beliefs, knowledge,
and competencies commensurate with the ANA Code for Nurses, Nurse Practice Acts, and standards of
professional nursing practice. The faculty believes an essential component of continuing competency in
nursing practice is to continue one’s education after the formal learning process has terminated and encourages
professional and personal growth throughout the program.

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 X. END-OF-PROGRAM STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES (EPSLOs) OF THE
NURSING EDUCATION UNIT**
EPSLOs Measurements 2019 NCLEX-RN

(By the end of the semester, (The student will…) Client Needs
Categories
the student will…)

1. Provide Patient-Centered • Complete computer-based Concept Map assignment(s) with a A, B, C, D, E, F, G,

Care utilizing the nursing grade of “Satisfactory” in providing patient centered care H
process in a variety of
healthcare settings to diverse • Complete the Practicum with a grade of “Pass”
patient populations across the
• Achieve a “Satisfactory” clinical evaluation by the end of the
lifespan course related to patient centered care.
• Participate in the mandatory HPS clinical experience.

2. Exhibit Teamwork & • Achieve a “Satisfactory” clinical evaluation by the end of the A, B, C, D, E, F, G,
Collaboration with members course in teamwork and collaboration. H
of the inter-professional • Demonstrate teamwork and collaboration in the mandatory HPS
clinical experience.
healthcare team, the patient,
and the patient's support
persons.
3. Incorporate Evidenced- • Incorporate peer-reviewed journals in class/clinical assignment(s). A, B, C, D, E, F, G,
Based Practice and a • Achieve a “Satisfactory” clinical evaluation by the end of the H
commitment to continued course in evidenced based practice, personal and professional
development
personal and professional
• Exhibit a commitment to lifelong learning as evidenced by
development. completion of assignments for 415
• Apply for BS in nursing, internship and externship programs to
continue their personal and professional development
4. Apply Quality • Complete computer-based Concept Map assignment(s) with A, B, C, D, E, F, G,
Improvement Methods H
a grade of “Satisfactory”

• Achieve a “Satisfactory” clinical evaluation by the end of the

course in quality improvement.
5. Promote Safety by • Achieve a “Satisfactory” clinical evaluation by the end of the A, B, C, D, E, F, G,
adherence to national patient H
safety initiatives and course in patient safety initiatives and regulations
regulations.
• Participate in the mandatory HPS clinical experience and

demonstrate safe patient care

6. Evaluate Information • Complete computer-based standardized Testing A, F, G, H

Technology and • Complete SIM charting in semester one
Informatics to assess, • Complete computer-based Concept Map assignment(s) with a
grade of “Satisfactory”
communicate, and support
• Utilize electronic databases for peer reviewed journal searches
decision making.
• Utilize electronic medical records

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7. Exemplify Professional • Achieve a “Satisfactory” clinical evaluation by the end of the A, B, C, D, E, F, G,
Behavior by the integration course related to professional, ethical and legal nursing care. H
of professional, legal, and • Demonstrate a professional work ethic by achieving a
“Satisfactory” clinical evaluation
ethical guidelines into nursing
practice.

** Note: The End-of-Program Student Learning Outcomes (EPSLOs) reflect the core competencies
identified by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the IOM, and QSEN to provide
nursing care.

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 XI. 2019 Test Plan for the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered
Nurses (NCLEX-RN® Examination)
Client Needs NCLEX-RN Test Plan EPSLOs

A. Management of Care Provides and directs nursing care that enhances

the care delivery setting to protect clients and
health care personnel. 1,2,3,4,5,6,7

B. Safety and Infection Protects clients and health care personnel from
Control health and environmental hazards.
4,5,6

C. Health Promotion and Provides and directs nursing care of the client that
Maintenance incorporates the knowledge of expected growth
and development principles, prevention and/or 1,3,4,6
early detection of health problems, and strategies
to achieve optimal health.

D. Psychosocial Integrity Provides and directs nursing care that promotes

and supports the emotional, mental and social
wellbeing of the client experiencing stressful 1,2,3,7
events, as well as clients with acute or chronic
mental illness

E. Basic Care and Provides comfort and assistance in the

Comfort performance of activities of daily living.
1,3,4

F. Pharmacological and Provides care related to the administration of

Parenteral Therapies medications and parenteral therapies.
3,4,5,6

G. Reduction of Risk Reduces the likelihood that clients will develop

Potential complications or health problems. related to
existing conditions, treatments or procedures. 2,3,4,5,6,7

H. Physiological Manages and provides care for clients with acute,

Adaptation chronic or life-threatening physical health
conditions. 1,2,3,4,5,6

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 XII. Nursing Course Descriptions

Nursing Process I: Fundamentals of Nursing Care NUR 112

8 credits 4 class hours 12 lab hours

This course is an introduction to the bio-psycho-social and cultural factors that influence the nursing care of any
patient/client who needs minimum assistance in the maintenance of health. Concepts and principles are stressed in
relation to the application of the nursing process to basic nursing care. Clinical experiences are provided in general
hospitals and a nursing home.

Pre-requisites: Completion of the Requisite Courses

Co-requisites: BIO 426, PSY 240 or SOC 100

Nursing Process II: Obstetrical and Psychiatric Nursing Care NUR 211
8 credits 4 class hours 12 lab hours

This course is composed of a seven-week Maternal and Newborn Care component and a seven-week psychiatric Mental
Health Nursing component. The Maternal and Newborn Care component focuses on the role of the nurse in the care of the
child-bearing family during the antepartal, intrapartal and the postpartal phases of the maternity cycle, as well as the
immediate care of the normal newborn and premature infant. The Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing Component
introduces the student to basic mental concepts, interventions in crisis and family violence, severe mental health disorders,
and substance use disorders highlighting treatment for individuals and families within the community.

Pre-requisites: NUR 112, BIO 426, PSY 240

Co-requisites: BIO 420, ENG 201

Nursing Process III: Pediatric and Basic Medical-Surgical Nursing Care NUR 313
8 credits 4 class hours 12 Lab hours

This course is composed of a seven-week component in Nursing Care of Children and a seven-week component in Basic
Medical-Surgical Nursing Care. The Pediatric Nursing component focuses on the child's physical, social, and emotional
reaction to illness, the nurse's role in providing support to the child and the members of his/her family during periods of
stress. Emphasis is placed upon differences between each phase of growth and development trends in care and measures
utilized to promote a healthy childhood and adolescence. The Basic Medical-Surgical Nursing component builds upon
previous nursing knowledge and techniques already introduced. Major emphasis is placed upon common recurring health
problems. Psycho-social nursing techniques are emphasized as they relate to the care of the client with selected health
problems.

Pre-requisites: NUR 211 and all previous prerequisites

Co-requisites: SPE 100 ***For students whose first language is not English, SPE 102 will satisfy this requirement.

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Nursing Process IV: Advanced Medical-Surgical Nursing NUR 411
8 credits 4 class hours 12 lab hours

This course is composed of a semester of medical-surgical nursing. It is a continuation of medical-surgical nursing

introduced in NUR 313. There is emphasis on selected medical-surgical problems and students receive supervision of
more advanced medical-surgical nursing skills in the hospital lab.

Pre-requisites: NUR 313 and all previous prerequisites

Co-requisite: NUR 415

Professional Issues in Contemporary Nursing Practice NUR 415

2 credit 2 hour

With an emphasis on the process of transitioning from Student Nurse to Registered Professional Nurse, Professional
Issues in Contemporary Nursing Practice surveys the issues, challenges and current trends faced by the new Associate
Degree Nurse as an individual practitioner, and as a member of the nursing profession.

This course encourages students to think critically about the nursing profession and career opportunities, historical and
theoretical nursing frameworks, the legal and ethical aspects of nursing, cultural and social issues, standards of nursing
practice, delegation and supervision, communication and inter-professional collaboration, technology in the clinical
setting, evidence based practice and quality improvement.

Pre-requisites: NUR 313 and all previous prerequisites

Co-requisite: NUR 411

Note: Nursing courses are sequential; Clinical Nursing cannot be completed in less than two (2) years. All
students are required to take Standardized Tests at the end of each semester. The fee is paid by the student.

Fourth semester students are also required to take a Standardized Comprehensive Test at the end of the semester.
The fee is paid by the student. Failure to take Standardized Tests and/or the Standardized Comprehensive Test as
scheduled will result in a grade of "Incomplete" (INC).

Students are advised to pay particular attention to pre-requisites. Failure to do so makes one ineligible for the
specific nursing course. THERE ARE NO EXTENUATING CIRCUMSTANCES.

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XIII. PRE-REQUISITE and NURSING COURSE SEQUENCE (DAY PROGRAM)

Pre-requisite courses and Nursing Course Sequence - DAY PROGRAM

FIVE PRE-REQUISITE COURSES

ENG 101 ENGLISH COMPOSITION I 3

* MAT 104 MATHEMATICS FOR HEALTH SCIENCE 3
PSY 100 GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY 3
CHE 121 GENERAL, ORGANIC & BIOLOGICAL CHEMISTRY I 4
BIO 425 ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY I 4
TOTAL 17

NURSING SEQUENCE

FIRST SEMESTER
NUR 112 FUNDAMENTALS OF PATIENT CARE 8
BIO 426 ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY II 4
TOTAL 12

SECOND SEMESTER
NUR 211 MATERNAL NEWBORN & PSYCHIATRIC NURSING 8
BIO 420 MICROBIOLOGY 4
**SPE 100 SPEECH 3
TOTAL 15

THIRD SEMESTER
NUR 313 PEDIATRIC & BASIC MED-SURG NURSING 8
ENG 201 ENGLISH COMPOSITION II 3
TOTAL 11

FOURTH SEMESTER
NUR 411 ADVANCED MED-SURG NURSING 8
NUR 415 PROFESSIONAL ISSUES IN CONTEMPORARY
NURSING PRACTICE 2
TOTAL 10

TOTAL CREDITS FOR A.A.S. RN DEGREE 65

* No Pharmacology course (dosage and calculation preparation and administration of medication) is equivalent to
MAT 104
** For students, whose first language is not English, SPE 102 will satisfy this requirement

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PRE-REQUISITE and NURSING COURSE SEQUENCE (EVENING/WEEKEND
PROGRAM)- (Continued)
All students in the Evening/Weekend Nursing (Saturday) Program must complete the five required pre-
requisite courses plus BIO 426 and BIO 420 before beginning the nursing sequence.

PRE-REQUISITE COURSES (25 CREDITS)- FALL ADMISSION SEQUENCE

FALL SEMESTER

CHE 121 (GENERAL, ORGANIC & BIOLOGICAL CHEMISTRY I) 4

BIO 425 (ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY 1) 4
MAT 104* 3
TOTAL 11

SPRING SEMESTER
BIO 426 (ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY II) 4
ENG 101 3
PSY 100 3
TOTAL 10

SUMMER SEMESTER
BIO 420 (MICROBIOLOGY) 4
TOTAL 4

FALL SEMESTER
NUR 112 (FUNDAMENTALS) 8
TOTAL 8

SPRING SEMESTER
NUR 211 (MATERNAL-NEWBORN & PSYCHIATRIC) 8
ENG 201 3
TOTAL 11

SUMMER SEMESTER
SPE 100** 3
TOTAL 3

FALL SEMESTER
NUR 313 (PEDIATRICS & BASIC MED- SURG) 8
TOTAL 8

SPRING SEMESTER
NUR 411 (ADVANCED MED- SURG) 8
NUR 415 (PROFESSIONAL ISSUES IN CONTEMPORARY NURSING PRACTICE) 2
TOTAL 10

TOTAL CREDITS FOR A.A.S. RN DEGREE 65

* No Pharmacology course (dosage and calculation preparation and administration of medication) is equivalent to MAT 104
** For students, whose first language is not English, SPE 102 will satisfy this requirement

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PRE-REQUISITE and NURSING COURSE SEQUENCE (EVENING/WEEKEND
PROGRAM)- (Continued)
All students in the Evening/Weekend Nursing (Saturday) Program must complete the five required pre-
requisite courses plus BIO 426 and BIO 420 before beginning the nursing sequence.
PRE-REQUISITE COURSES (25 CREDITS)- SPRING ADMISSION SEQUENCE
SPRING SEMESTER
CHE 121 (GENERAL, ORGANIC & BIOLOGICAL CHEMISTRY I) 4
BIO 425 (ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY 1) 4
MAT 104* 3
TOTAL 11

SUMMER SEMESTER
BIO 426 (ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY II) 4
ENG 101 3
TOTAL 7

FALL SEMESTER
BIO 420 (MICROBIOLOGY) 4
PSY 100 3
TOTAL 7

SPRING SEMESTER
NUR 112 (FUNDAMENTALS) 8
TOTAL 8

SUMMER SEMESTER
ENG 201 3
TOTAL 3

FALL SEMESTER
NUR 211 (MATERNAL-NEWBORN & PSYCHIATRIC) 8
TOTAL 8

SPRING SEMESTER
NUR 313 (PEDIATRICS & BASIC MED- SURG) 8
TOTAL 8

SUMMER SEMESTER
SPE 100** 3
TOTAL 3

FALL SEMESTER
NUR 411 (ADVANCED MED- SURG) 8
NUR 415 (PROFESSIONAL ISSUES IN CONTEMPORARY NURSING PRACTICE) 2
TOTAL 10

TOTAL CREDITS FOR A.A.S. RN DEGREE 65

* No Pharmacology course (dosage and calculation preparation and administration of medication) is equivalent to MAT 104
** For students, whose first language is not English, SPE 102 will satisfy this requirement

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 XIV. NURSING DEPARTMENT POLICIES
A. Progression Policy:
All nursing (NUR) students must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better to remain in the nursing
program. Students who pass a nursing course, but their overall (cumulative) GPA falls below 2.0 or does
not complete the non-nursing prerequisite course may not advance to the next semester. Non-nursing
course grades are computed into the cumulative GPA every semester. See Exhibit B.

All nursing (NUR) students must pass each nursing course with grade of “C” (73-76) to progress to the next
nursing course in the program. If a student does not pass, then see Repeat/Withdrawal Policy to progress in
the program.

The clinical laboratory is an integral part of the clinical nursing sequence. Clinical nursing students must
also PASS the clinical laboratory component of the course (P). To pass the course, only ONE clinical
absence is allowed per semester per course (see Absence Policy).

Students must pass both clinical and classroom components. Failure to pass in either area constitutes
a failure in the course. Students who earn an “NC” grade (excluding Nursing 112) may be eligible to
repeat the course the following semester depending upon the availability of seats and the students’
cumulative GPA (see Repeat/Withdrawal Policy).

Under the guidance of CUNY: Effective Spring 2018, the NC Policy states that students must opt-in by the
withdrawal deadline. Students must continue attending the class, complete all assignments, and take the
final exam. The “NC" grade will only apply to earned letter grades “C-" or below. A student who requests
the “NC" option and earns a grade “C" or above will receive their earned grade. Students should be
encouraged to consult with their instructor when requesting the option of the "NC" grade.

B. Repeat/Withdrawal Policy:
Clinical nursing students have ONE opportunity to WITHDRAW in NUR 112, 211, 313, 411 or 415.
Clinical nursing students have ONE opportunity to REPEAT (i.e., “NC” grade) in NUR 211, 313, 411 or
415. Students repeating a nursing course are required to earn a grade of “C+” (77-79%) or higher to pass
that repeated course. Students repeating a nursing course that receives a grade of “C” (73-76%) or less
will receive the grade earned, but the student will NOT be allowed to continue in the nursing program.

C. Re-Entry Policy:
To be considered for re-entry, students must fill-out a “Request for Re-entry” form and submit it to the
nursing department by May 1st for the Fall Semester and by December 1st for the Spring Semester. If a
student does not fill-out and submit a “Request for Re-entry” form, re-entry into the program will not be
considered. Students who have not enrolled in the nursing program for more than one semester must meet
regular departmental requirements; have a current cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better; and take and pass (with a
grade of 73% or above) a comprehensive final examination in each nursing course previously successfully
completed; and take and pass the skills practicum for each nursing course previously successfully completed.
Students may take these exams and skills practicums only twice. Students requesting re-entry into the
nursing program will be given final examination blueprints to prepare for re-entry. Students are not allowed
to attend nursing classes unless they are registered for the class. Students who have not enrolled in the
nursing program for more than five years are ineligible for re-entry into the Program.

Note: Students who want to transfer from the Day Program to the Evening Program or vice versa
must also fill-out and submit to the nursing department the “Request for Re-entry” form. The college
does not guarantee re-entry into the Nursing Program.
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 D. Student Disciplinary Policy
The Nursing Department’s guidelines for student behavior are consistent with that of the College. Students
are expected to adhere to the American Nurses Association (ANA) Code of Ethics for Nurses and
demonstrate professional behavior. Students who do not adhere to departmental policies may be subject to
formal disciplinary procedures as outlined in Articles 15.3 to 15.5 of the Board of Trustees’ CUNY Bylaws.

E. Registration for Nursing Courses:

Nursing courses are NOT available for online registration.
Day Program students registering for nursing courses are NOT guaranteed a course section.

F. Course Requirements:
Students must complete all course pre-requisites before continuing to the next nursing course. If course pre-
requisites have not been taken, students may not continue to the succeeding nursing courses. Students must
complete at least one Writing Intensive (WI) course in order to graduate. Currently the Nursing
Program does not offer WI course in the nursing courses. Students must complete WI requirement in other
non-nursing courses to graduate.

G. Absence Policy:
Each student is allowed a maximum of only One (1) Clinical Absence (Day/Evening/Weekend) Per
Semester. The one clinical absence is part of the total allowable absences of 17 hours for a nursing
course. ANY ABSENCE BEYOND ONE CLINICAL ABSENCE OR A TOTAL OF 17 HOURS
MEANS FAILURE IN THE COURSE.

H. Policy For Clinical Section Request:

Students in the BMCC nursing program may submit a request to change to a clinical section that is different
from the lecture section of the nursing course under special or extenuating circumstances.

Students are required to submit the “Clinical Section Request Form” (See Exhibit F) to the Nursing
Department by May 1st for the fall semester and by December 1st for the spring semester for the next
sequential nursing course or prior to start of the semester for incoming students in Fundamentals of Nursing
course. All requests must state what the special or extenuating circumstances that merit change in clinical
section and must have supportive documents submitted with the request form. All requests are reviewed by
the members of the Nursing Department Admission and Retention Committee. A decision will be made by
the committee. A copy of the decision will be submitted back to the student and a reason will be stated on
the form if the student is denied the change. The student has the right to appeal the decision of the Nursing
Department Admission and Retention Committee. All appeals must be submitted in writing to the
Chairperson and Deputy Chairperson for that semester.

If the student is granted clinical section change then the student must follow guidelines set forth by this
policy. The student will
• Remain in the assigned section for the entire semester.
• NOT be assigned to clinical sites where the student is employed.
• Participate in the Practicum for that section.
• Participate in the Human Patient Simulation Experience for that section.
• Complete clinical concept map assignments for that section.
• Be evaluated by the clinical instructors for that section.
• Be accountable for all clinical requirements for that section.
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 • If the student does not complete the course for any reason and the student must repeat the course then the
student will have to resubmit the “Clinical Section Request Form” for the course.

I. Immigration Status and Documentation Policy:

As of Fall 2009, to advance in the clinical nursing sequence, students MUST provide documentation for one
of the following categories:
1. U.S. Citizenship
2. Permanent U.S. Residency
3. International Student with F1 Status
4. Granted Asylum, Refugee Status, Temporary Protected Status, Withholding of Removal, Deferred
Enforced Departure, or Deferred Action Status by the U.S. Government.
NOTE: CUNY Citizenship and Immigration Project will provide free counseling and assistance to all CUNY
students who need help with their immigration status. For more information, visit:
http://web.cuny.edu/about/citizenship/html

J. Notice to Students on Criminal Background Checks:

Current laws generally permit a state licensing board or agency to deny a license to practice nursing if the
applicant has been convicted of a felony or other specified crime. Like many state licensing boards, the
Office of the Professions of the New York State Education Department requires that a criminal background
check be conducted prior to granting a license to practice nursing.

The Department of Nursing at Borough of Manhattan Community College now requires criminal
background check for all nursing students prior to clinical placement. The Department’s educational
requirements include placement at one or more hospitals or other off-campus clinical training sites, and
many of these sites frequently require a student to pass a criminal background check before the student can
be placed for clinical training. If, based upon the results of a criminal background check, the department
determines that a student’s participation in its clinical training program would not be in the best interest of
the program, the nursing program may deny that student admission to the clinical training. (See Exhibit E)

Please note that if the results of a criminal background check determines that you may not take part in the
clinical training program, you will not be able to complete your course requirements. Therefore the student
will not be able to continue in the nursing program. It is the student’s responsibility to clear the case with the
courts in order to be re-admitted back into the program. It is important for you to consider this before you
enroll in the nursing program. Borough of Manhattan Community College has no obligation to refund your
tuition or fees or to otherwise accommodate you in the event you are ineligible to complete your course
requirements based on the results of a criminal background check, or if you are denied a license to practice
nursing.

K. BMCC Nursing Practice Competencies:

Nursing practice requires core competencies; therefore all nursing students are required to meet the
following technical standards for admission, progression, and graduation from BMCC Nursing
Program. Students must have the ability to assess patients and their environments and to develop
appropriate and accurate nursing care plans based on their knowledge and functional skills.
Competencies include, but are not limited to the following:

Must have the Functional Abilities to perform assessment skills in caring for patients.
• Visual Acuity must be sufficient to assess patients and their environments and to implement
the nursing care plans that are developed from such assessments. Must be able to identify
color changes in equipment, tests, or body fluids.
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 • Hearing Ability must be sufficient to hear patient reports of symptoms and auscultate breath
and heart sounds.
• Tactile Ability must be sufficient to feel changes in skin temperature and texture.
• Olfactory Ability must be sufficient to smell variations in odors of body fluids.

Must have the Strength and Mobility to perform patient care activities in a safe and timely fashion
according to institutional standards. This includes motor skills to perform the assigned tasks.
• Must be able to transfer patients safely, which requires lifting and pulling. Use of assistive
devices (e.g. Prosthesis) cannot hinder clinical performance. Would need medical clearance
to safely perform nursing tasks.
• Must have Fine Motor Skills to manipulate small objects in order to administer medications.

Must have the ability to Communicate Effectively to fulfill nursing tasks.

• Must have the ability to communicate, comprehend, read, and write in English at a level that
meets the need for accurate, clear, and effective communication.
• Must have effective basic communication skills with patients and other members of the
healthcare team.
• Must be able to document observations, interventions, and outcomes accurately and clearly in
the patient record with or without reasonable accommodations.

Must have the Cognitive Ability to make clinical judgments and the necessary knowledge needed
to perform the nursing skills.
• Must be able to learn the signs and patterns of illness
• Must be able to make appropriate decisions about reporting changes in patient status to
instructors, physicians, and other nurses.
• Must be capable of engaging in self-evaluation and accept the critical judgment of others.

Must be able to cultivate and maintain the Professional Demeanor and resources necessary to
manage the stressors and responsibilities of the nursing practice.
• Must be able to assume the responsibility of caring for seriously ill patients.

In keeping with the College’s policy of providing equal access for students with disabilities, any
student with a disability who needs academic accommodations should meet with the Director of the
Office of Accessibility, Room N360, (212) 220-8180. The Director will conduct an interview and,
if appropriate, will provide an academic accommodation letter to be brought to the nursing faculty.
All conversations will be kept confidential.

The nursing faculty will provide reasonable accommodation as required by law. All students,
with or without reasonable accommodations, are expected to meet the program requirements for
admission and progression within the nursing major. Students who fail to meet the program
requirements will not be admitted or be able to continue in the nursing program.

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 L. Policy For Medical Clearance and Urine Drug Test from CastleBranch: (See Exhibit E)

Medical Clearance documents to be submitted to CastleBranch include:

a. Initial History & Physical Exam with all supporting documentations. Subsequently a year later, students will
need to submit an Annual History & Physical Exam. No student will be allowed in the clinical area without
the medical clearance proof from CastleBranch.
• Annual TB Screening - This can be met with either a negative Tuberculin Skin Test (Mantoux)
PPD or Quantiferon result. If there is a documented history of a positive result, then a negative
chest x-ray is acceptable if done within 3 years.
• Lab results of NUMERIC titers of sufficient immunity for Measles, Mumps, Rubella and
Varicella (statement from your health care provider is not sufficient).
• Tdap immunization (within 10 years– it must include pertussis).
• Annual Influenza Vaccine (see Influenza Vaccine Documentation).
• (Note: Some vaccines, including the Flu vaccines and Tdap are available free of charge at the
BMCC Health Services Office Room N-380)
b. Proof of Influenza Vaccination (Submit a copy to lead instructors in addition to uploading to CastleBranch).
c. Proof of valid BLS for Health Care Providers.
d. Proof of HIPAA Compliance.
e. Comprehensive Health Insurance (optional).
Note: Students are required to keep their own personal copies of submitted documents and may be required to
submit copies to the department.

Policy on Urine Drug Screening/Testing:

For all affiliating clinical agencies that require nursing students to pass a urine drug screening test as a pre-requisite
for clinical placement, all nursing students will have drug screening done by a designated provider appointed by
the Nursing Department (i.e. CastleBranch Company) every semester. Students MUST submit a proof of clearance
from the company to their didactic professor within 30 days prior to start of clinical. If a student’s test is found
positive, the nursing department will require the student to submit another urine drug test. If the second urine drug
screen test is negative, the student will be released from further action. However, if the second urine drug screen
test is positive, then the student will be dismissed from the nursing program. Pertinent documentation regarding
positive urine drug screening results and dismissal from the program will be entered into the student’s file.

If the student is taking a prescribed drug that would be detected and result in a positive urine drug test, the student
must obtain a written statement from a qualified physician/health care provider. The document MUST state that
the drug level is within prescribed therapeutic limits and that the drug level does not indicate abuse. The
physician/health care provider must also state that the drug will not interfere with safe practice in the clinical area.
Letters from the physician/health care provider will become part of the student’s file.
Note: If a student suspects that the urine toxicology tests may be positive for certain substances due to taking
prescribed medication, the student should take the prescription bottle to the lab on the day of the urine drug screen
to let the lab know this before testing. If the student has been provided samples by their physician/health care
provider, follow the above guidelines for written documentation.

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 M. Evaluation Process:
i. Departmental Exams: (See Course Syllabi for updates)
i. NUR 112 (Fundamentals)
Medication Calculation Exam (2 attempts) Requires a grade of 80% to pass
Ten Weekly Quizzes 5% (25-30 questions)
4 Unit Examinations 40% (Time 1 hr 15 min)
1 Midterm Examination 25% (Time 1 hr 45 min)
1 Final Examination 30% (Time 2 hrs 30 min)
1 Mandatory Standardized Examination (Additional Fee Required)

ii. NUR 211 (Psych & Maternal/Newborn)

Medication Calculation Exam (2 attempts) Requires a grade of 80% to pass
Ten Weekly Quizzes 5% (25-30 questions)
4 Unit Examinations 40% (Time 1 hr 15 min)
2 Midterm Examination 25% (Time 1 hr 15 min)
1 Final Examination 30% (Time 2 hrs 30 min)
2 Mandatory Standardized Examinations (Additional Fee Required)

iii. NUR 313 (Basic Med-Surg & Peds)

Medication Calculation Exam (2 attempts) Requires a grade of 80% to pass
Ten Weekly Quizzes 5% (25-30 questions)
4 Unit Examinations 40% (Time 1 hr 15 min)
2 Midterm Examination 25% (Time 1 hr 15 min)
1 Final Examination 30% (Time 2 hrs 30 min)
2 Mandatory Standardized Examinations (Additional Fee Required)

iv. NUR 411 (Advanced Med-Surg)

Medication Calculation Exam (2 attempts) Requires a grade of 80% to pass
Ten Weekly Quizzes 5% (25-30 questions)
4 Unit Examinations 40% (Time 1 hr 15 min)
1 Midterm Examination 25% (Time 1 hr 15 min)
1 Final Examination 30% (Time 2 hrs 30 min)
1 Mandatory Standardized Examination (Additional Fee Required)

Note: Examinations will contain Multiple Choice Questions, Select All That Apply, Diagrams,
Sequences, and Math Calculations.

ii. Rounding Up/ NO Rounding Up Policy:

Effective Fall 2018: The Nursing Department has implemented the grading policy regarding
“Rounding Up/ No Rounding Up.” The policy states that rounding up is effective for the
Final Course Grade only (E.g. 72.5 = C). There is NO rounding up for all unit exams, mid-
term exams, or final exams (E.g. 72.5 = C-).
Note: Minimum passing Final Course Grade is “C” (73). Repeating students’ minimum
passing Final Course Grade is “C+” (77).

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 M. Evaluation Process: (Continued)
iii. Departmental Exam Rules:
a. Lateness: Exams will begin and end promptly. If a student arrives late for an exam, the student
will be given the choice to sit for the exam but must complete the exam in the remaining allotted
time. No additional time will be provided.
b. Make-up Examinations: Should there be extenuating circumstances; an instructor may excuse
a student from taking an exam prior to the exam. Immediate arrangements must be made with
the instructor to schedule a date to take the make-up exam. Make-up exams may be given at the
end of the semester, at the discretion of the instructor. However, once the examination has been
taken, the grade received stands; (i.e. bringing a doctor’s note to corroborate an illness AFTER
an examination has been taken will not be accepted). Only one make-up exam per course will
be permitted.
c. Examination Papers: The original examination papers are discarded after the exam is taken
with the exception of the fill-in drug calculation page(s) and the fill-in diagram page(s) (if
applicable). The grade for each exam is determined ONLY by the score on the scantron answer
sheet plus the scores for the fill-in drug calculations and the fill-in diagram(s) (if applicable).
d. Review of Unit, Midterm, and Final Examinations:
In order to maintain the security of the Nursing Department’s course examinations, students
may:
1. Review each unit and midterm exam ONLY ONCE.
2. NOT review the final examination if they PASSED the course.
3. Review the final examination ONLY ONCE if they FAILED the course.

iv. Standardized Achievement Exam:

You are required to take a standardized achievement exam at the end of the course component. The
test will help to evaluate your knowledge of course content and identify areas needing remediation.
Students will receive a grade of INC until the standardized exam is taken. Students will be required
to pay testing fees for the exams at the beginning of each semester.

Standardized Achievement Exam Guidelines:

• You must provide your correct email address at testing.
• You will receive an immediate diagnostic report at the end of testing session identifying
strengths and weaknesses in particular areas.
• You will receive an email from the standardized exam company with remediation
instructions. You are expected to review all areas of weaknesses identified on the
standardized exam, and access remediation materials for every test item answered
incorrectly on your exam.
• Students who don’t achieve the required scores must meet with nursing faculty advisor to
review results and develop a remediation plan.

v. Clinical Evaluation:
a. Clinical Laboratory: The clinical lab is an extension of the classroom. The grade,
as determined by use of the clinical evaluation tool, is either Satisfactory (S) or
Unsatisfactory (U). Therefore, unsatisfactory performance in the clinical laboratory
will result in failure (F) of the course.
b. Practicum: Practicums are held on the designated clinical day in the college
nursing skills lab. During the practicum, each student will be expected to
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 demonstrate proficiency in skills. (See Handbook- Sample Form- NUR 112
Practicum Skills Checklist).

Each student is required to practice the Practicum skills in the lab a minimum of three times
before the scheduled Practicum date. The skills will be documented on the Practicum Skills
Practice Form. The completed form must be presented to the classroom instructor prior to the
date of the practicum. Students who have not completed the three practice sessions will not be
permitted to take the practicum and, therefore, will fail the course. If a student does not
demonstrate knowledge of safety, (s)he must make an appointment to practice the skill(s) not
performed satisfactorily with the College Lab Technician (CLT) to repeat the skill(s) until
proficiency is demonstrated.
NOTE: The criteria used for evaluating selected skills will be based on the required clinical
nursing techniques textbook with attention to the critical elements of the nursing skill. Failure
to demonstrate proficiency and safety in practicum skills by the end of semester will result
in clinical failure.

N. Nursing Laboratory Guidelines:

Use of Nursing Lab:

i. Student Identification

• Student must have their BMCC student identification card to use the Nursing
Laboratory. You will scan your BMCC student Identification upon entering the lab
and sign in the time you enter and leave.

• Do not sign in for any other student.

ii. Laboratory Rules

• Food and drinks are NOT allowed in the

Nursing Laboratory.

• Noise level shall be controlled to maintain an optimum work/study atmosphere.

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 • No video recording of CLT’s, peers, or self shall take place in the Nursing
Laboratory.

• Children are not allowed in the Nursing Laboratory.

• No videos may be borrowed, as they are needed for all students.
• Do not sit on hospital beds.
• Obtain supplies and equipment from CLT on duty.
• All practice equipment and supplies are to be returned to the CLT in proper order.
• After practicing or being evaluated, workstations are to be left neat and tidy as one would
in the hospital.
• Displaying sexually explicit, graphically disturbing, or sexually harassing images or text is
considered misuse of computers and will be reported to campus authorities.
• Report all malfunctioning equipment to CLT immediately.
• Insufficient practice supplies are to be reported to the CLT.
• The Nursing Laboratory schedule is posted on the bulletin board by room S747 and
BMCC Events Calendar: http://www.bmcc.cuny.edu/calendar/index.jsp
iii. Read and Review

• Student must read and review the nursing skill procedure in the nursing skill prior to
coming to Nursing Laboratory.

iv. Mandatory Requirement before Skills Testing

• Students are required to make three (3) visits to the laboratory to practice the skills on
three (3) different days.
• Spend a minimum of one (1) hour at each visit.
• Receive a signature from the CLT for each visit on the Practicum Skills Practice Form
(See Sample Form- NUR 112 Practicum Skills Checklist)
• Note: Students are always welcome to stay beyond the required time to master the clinical
skills.

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 v. Safety and Other Important Guidelines

Needle Stick

If you are accidentally stuck with a needle please notify the CLT on duty immediately.

• The College Laboratory Technicians are always available in the skills lab to assist the nursing students during
the open lab practice sessions.

• Students are to speak to their class instructor regarding any concerns they have about their laboratory
experience.

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 Sample Form
NUR 112 Practicum Skills Checklist

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 vi. Skills Demonstrations

• Course Instructor will demonstrate clinical skills to the class on scheduled dates.

• Students are instructed to view skills video as determined by class instructor.

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 O. Clinical Requirements:

i. Assignments: Chapters from the required textbook/Skills Book are outlined in the class
syllabus.
ii. Computerized Concept Map: Must be submitted on the due date. If student fails to submit
all parts of the Concept Map, the instructor has the option to lower the grade or assign
an “F” or “WU” grade.
iii. Individual Patient Care Assignments in the clinical area.
iv. Students are required to review and sign both the three (3) week clinical evaluation tool and
the final clinical evaluation tool before a final grade will be submitted for eight (8) week
course. (2nd and 3rd semesters).
v. Students are required to review and sign five (5) week progress report and nine (9) week
clinical evaluation tool, the final evaluation tool before a final grade will be submitted for
fifteen (15) weeks. (1st and 4th semesters.)
vi. Each student must meet the requirements in the clinical lab as well as in the practicum to
successfully pass the clinical component of the course. Failure in the clinical component is
failure in the course.
vii. The Techniques/Media lab and the scheduled clinical day(s) with simulation at New York
SIM Center is considered part of your clinical experience, therefore, attendance is
mandatory.

P. Dosage Calculation Competency:

i. Passing Score is 80%.

ii. Each test will consist of 20 questions.
iii. Students will have two (2) opportunities to achieve a passing score on the first scheduled
date. If a student is not successful after the first attempt, then the student is referred to Math
tutoring. If, after the second attempt, a score of 80% is still not achieved, the student will
have to drop the course with Withdraw Drop (WD) before the last day to receive WD.
iv. All dosage calculation tests must be completed within the first three weeks of the semester.

Q. Grade of Incomplete:

All written work must be submitted on time or students will receive an “Incomplete” (INC) grade for the
course. Late assignments will be evaluated at the discretion of the instructor. Failure to take any
required examination or Standardized Exam when scheduled results in a grade of “INC.”

The “INC” grade reverts to “FIN” if a change is not made by the deadline. In order to remove the
incomplete grade, the student must follow the same procedure for INC. Spring and Summer semesters =
November; Fall semester = March. (Refer to College Calendar for exact dates.) See Exhibit “A” for
Academic Calendar.

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 R. CLINICAL POLICIES:

i. Uniforms and Identification:

Each student is required to be in full uniform in the clinical area. Full uniform means:
a. Women must wear the required standard BMCC uniform, white nursing shoes (no sneakers)
and plain white hose.
b. Men must wear the required standard BMCC uniform, white socks, and white shoes (no
sneakers).
c. All students must be equipped with name pin, bandage scissors, stethoscope, watch with
second hand, and pen with black ink.
d. Students are required to wear their name pins, as well as their BMCC ID Badge and required
ID from the clinical site.
e. Hair should be neat, off the shoulders and not interfere with nursing activities either
physically or visually.
f. No jewelry is to be worn in the clinical area, except for a watch with second hand, a
wedding band and small post earrings.
g. Absolutely no perfume, cologne or other fragrance is to be worn.
h. Fingernails must be kept short and clean. No polish or artificial nails is permitted. This is
the policy of The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and BMCC Nursing Department
supports this policy.
i. The BMCC uniform is to be worn to and from the clinical area.
j. The BMCC uniform must also be worn during campus clinical days for PRACTICUMS
AND HPS (with the exception of the NUR 211 – Psychiatric component wherein
daytime professional attire is required.

ii. Punctuality:
Each student is required to be in the clinical area promptly at 8:00 a.m., or at the assigned
hour. Attendance at pre-conference is a necessary pre-requisite in giving nursing care.
Therefore, late students may be dismissed and the day counted as a clinical absence.

iii. Absence:
Each student is allowed a maximum of only one (1) clinical absence (day) per semester.
This clinical absence is part of the total allowable absences of 17 hours for the course. Any
absence beyond one clinical absence or a total of 17 hours means failure in the course.

iv. Hospital Documents Required:

See required documentation for medical clearance in Policy for Urine Drug Test &
CastleBranch.

v. Pregnant Students:

Given the physical activities involved, i.e., bending, lifting, etc. coupled with possible
exposure to various diseases threatening to a fetus, a doctor’s note assessing the student’s
ability to function in the clinical area during pregnancy will be required. The Women’s
Resource Center can provide support and information for those who are pregnant. The center
can refer you to resources both on campus and in New York City. BMCC does not
discriminate against any student on the basis of pregnancy or related conditions. Absences
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 medically necessary by a student’s doctor and students will be given the opportunity to make
up missed work. Students needing assistance can seek accommodations from the Office of
Accessibility or Chief Diversity Officer.

vi. Electronic Communication Devices:

Electronic communication devices, such as cellular telephones and pagers, must be set to
silent mode at all times in the clinical area. The use of electronic communication devices is
to be limited to emergency situations only. Students may not use a cellular phone in the
clinical area. Cameras (including a cellular telephone with camera) palm pilots, tape
recorders and other recording devices are not to be used in the clinical area for recording
identifiable client data or images.

vii. Urine Drug Screening/Testing by Affiliating Clinical Agencies: (See Policy on

Urine Drug Screening/Testing & CastleBranch)

viii. Criminal Background Check: (See Policy on Criminal Background Checks)

ix. Professional Behavior:

The Nursing Department has certain expectations of behavior while representing the nursing
program of Borough of Manhattan Community College at any clinical agency. Students
must conduct themselves in a professional manner as to reflect favorably upon themselves
and the program they represent. Students are expected to assume responsibility for their
actions and will be held accountable for them. If at any time a student behaves in a manner
which is inappropriate, unprofessional, disrespectful, argumentative, or endangers the health
or safety of fellow students, instructors, clients and the health care team, they will be
disciplined for unprofessional conduct at the discretion of the Nursing Department according
to the “Student Discipline Procedures” as outlined in the BMCC Bulletin and administered
through the Office of Student Affairs. Students may also be disciplined for unprofessional
conduct by the clinical agency for failing to abide by clinical agency policies during each
clinical experience.

x. Unprofessional Conduct includes, but is not limited to:

a. Verbal or nonverbal language, voice inflections, actions, or insubordination which
compromise rapport or working relations with peers, faculty, clients, families/significant
others, or health care team members.
b. Any behaviors that may compromise contractual agreements and/or working relations
with affiliating clinical agencies, or constitute violations of legal or ethical standards.
c. Any behavior which interferes with or disrupts teaching/learning experiences.
d. Using or being under the influence of any drug (OTC/prescription and/or illegal) or
alcohol that may alter judgment and/or interfere with safe performance.
e. Breach of confidentiality in any form.

xi. Noncompliance with Clinical Policies:

Noncompliance with the clinical policies and procedures of the Nursing Program and/or
affiliating agencies can result in immediate removal from the clinical site or dismissal from
the Program.

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 xii. Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act (HIPAA):
The Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act (HIPAA) requires that all protected
health information (PHI) be kept private and secure by all persons that handle, or have
access to that information. Any violations of HIPAA regulations will result in disciplinary
actions up to and including withdrawal from the Nursing Program depending on the severity
of the violation.

S. Student Request for Letters:

Should students desire a letter from the Department for any purpose, they must submit the name, title of
the person to whom the letter is to be sent, address with zip code, reason for the request, and permission
to disclose their academic standing. Requests for references should be submitted at least two weeks
before deadline.

Likewise, prior to using a faculty member’s name for a reference, the student should first contact the
faculty member and request permission to list his/her name for reference.

T. Department of Nursing Complaint Procedure: (See Exhibit D)

Students with complaints regarding issues related to the Nursing Department should always attempt to
solve the issue(s) with the person(s) most directly involved. Students should follow the Complaint
Procedure.

U. Graduation:
In order to graduate from the Nursing Program the student must fulfill the following requirements:
a. Successfully complete all required nursing courses with the maximum of one repeated course.
b. Successfully complete all required liberal arts and general education courses.
c. Have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 at the end of the semester of graduation.
d. Take a Comprehensive Achievement Test designated at the successful completion of NUR 411
and NUR 415. Students who score at and above the level of achievement set by the nursing
department will receive 5 points to their final exam grade.
e. Seniors must file for graduation with the Office of the Registrar at the time they register for NUR
411 and NUR 415. (See Exhibit A - Academic Calendar for the deadline to file for graduation.)
f. Must pass a writing intensive (WI) course beyond English 201.
g. All requirements for graduation must be met in order to be approved to take the NCLEX RN
examination.

V. Student Academic Files:

The Department of Nursing maintains an academic file on each student. Students have the right to
inspect his/her file. The file contains materials previously seen by the student (i.e., clinical evaluation
tools, Midterm and Final Course Evaluation, anecdotal records, etc.). Students may not remove or copy
any evaluations previously written. However, if desired, students may write and date a comment, if
student had not previously done so. The file denotes the student’s progress in the program and is used
for future references.

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 W. Nursing Student Services/Activities:

i. Counseling: Each student is assigned a nursing faculty. Since counseling and advisement is an on-
going process, the nursing advisor reviews nursing curriculum requirements and policies as well as
the criteria for progression through the curriculum. The advisors will explore with the student any
factors which may interfere with the student’s academic success. If the nursing student does not
meet minimal criteria for remaining in the nursing curriculum, the nursing advisor will explore with
the student other available education and occupational opportunities.

Counseling is available through the Department of Student Life with counseling in the following
areas: Academic Advisement, Academic Probation, and Career Education.
(See Exhibit C- List of College-Wide Services and Activities.)

ii. Tutoring: Tutoring services are available in the Department to students who need assistance, at no
cost. Students receive tutoring from their peers and from graduate nursing students. Services are
available for day, evening and weekend students at prescheduled hours. The monthly schedule is
posted outside tutoring room S745.

Tutoring services are also available to students through the Learning Resource Center. The Learning
Resource Center provides computer-assisted learning programs to aid students in independent study.
The Center has a variety of software to further enhance student learning and meet their needs in an
individual or group basis. Tutoring referrals may be made by the student and/or faculty advisor.
The center is located in S500.

iii. Nursing Club: Meeting of the Nursing Club shall be held each Wednesday from 2-4 p.m. in
assigned rooms. Officers of the Club consist of the President, Vice President, Secretary and
Treasurer. Elections are held in May each year by secret ballot. Any member may run for office
after attending the Nursing Club meetings for at least one semester.

Suggested Roles of the Nursing Club:

a. Communicate students’ questions, wishes, etc., to faculty.
b. Serve on faculty committees.
c. Assist faculty regarding socialization of students into nursing.
d. Participate in National SNA activities.
e. Communicate with BMCC Nursing Alumni Association in relation to the betterment of the
BMCC Nursing Program.
f. Sponsor seminars, workshops, etc. to assist students in the reinforcement of nursing content.
g. Assist faculty at Orientation/Registration regarding incoming Nursing Students.
h. Assist at Health Fairs and other events offered by the College as well as community activities.

iv. National Student Nurses Association Chapter: The NSNA is composed of nursing students and is
advised by faculty members from the nursing department. It encourages participation in the BMCC
Student Government and works for a more effective nursing program. All nursing students are
encouraged to join and support the activities of the Chapter or serve on executive levels. All
students are eligible for membership.

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 The purpose of the National Student Nurses’ Association (NSNA) is to aid in the development of the
individual student as a future member of the Nursing Profession; to contribute to improving the
health care of all people; to prepare for membership and participation in the American Nurses
Association (ANA), the National League for Nursing (NLN) and other specific nursing
organizations representing the graduate’s interest; and to gain organizational skills through
commitment and involvement.

v. Pinning Ceremony: This symbolic ceremony affords graduating nursing students the opportunity
to validate to the public their respect for patients regardless of race, creed or color, and to confirm
their commitment to give quality nursing care to all persons in their charge.
The “Pledge” is a traditional aspect of nursing dating back to the first schools of nursing. Just as
physicians about to receive the M. D. Degree take the Hippocratic Oath, nurses have always taken
the “Florence Nightingale” pledge.

BMCC held its first “Pinning Ceremony” for the class graduating in spring 1971. The ceremony
was initiated by the Nursing Club under Prof. Lelia Howard, chairperson, and has continued to this
date.

X. Nursing Department Scholarships/Awards:

BMCC/Nursing Scholarship: This scholarship is awarded to students who are enrolled in the Nursing,
Respiratory Therapy, Health Information Technology or Paramedic program. Eligibility requirements for
this scholarship are a minimum of twelve degree credits earned with at least a 2.5 GPA. Applicant must
be a U.S citizen or permanent resident, who has taken courses in his or her declared major in the fall.
Students must graduate within five semesters from the time of first award.

Lincoln Fund Scholarship: This scholarship is for nursing majors only. Applicants must be enrolled in
semesters one through four, must be employed, and demonstrate financial need.

NURSING PINNING CEREMONY AWARDS:

a. NURSING AWARD FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE.

Awarded to the student who has (1) the highest cumulative GPA in the nursing program (The
student must demonstrate superior academic achievement as defined by the student’s performance in
nursing courses as well as in other courses in the nursing curriculum) and who (2) demonstrates
breadth of knowledge in the area of clinical practice.

b. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AWARD. Awarded to the student who has shown the
greatest degree of growth in Professional Ethics, Maturity, and Nursing Competence.

c. NURSING HUMANITARIAN AWARD. Awarded to the student who has contributed the most
toward better Social Harmony Between Groups in the College and/or in the Community.

d. BEST ALL-AROUND STUDENT. Awarded to the student who has made significant
contributions to:
1) Patients while administering care
2) Fellow students as they went about their studies and work
3) the nursing club and/or department when the need arose.

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 e. AUBREY T. ROBINSON AWARD FOR LEADERSHIP, INTELLIGENCE, COMPASSION,
AND HUMOR. Annual Nursing Alumni Award (January and June Graduates Eligible)
Awarded at June Pinning Ceremony

f. SYLVIA VINCENT CORLISS AWARD FOR INTELLIGENCE CARING, AND HUMOR.

Annual Award (January and June Graduates Eligible) Awarded at June Pinning Ceremony

g. LEADERSHIP AWARD: PRESIDENT OF THE NURSING CLUB. (optional)

Y. Department Meetings: (See Exhibit G)

Student representatives are invited to attend Faculty Meetings held on the second Wednesday of each
month from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. in Rm. S748. We also welcome student participation on selected
Departmental Committee meetings that also meet on Wednesdays according to the department calendar.
Student participation can be an enriching experience for both students and faculty members. A brief
description of the various standing committees is listed in Exhibit G. Classroom instructors will provide
information (e.g. chairpersons of the committees, dates, and time of the meetings) to students who are
interested in participating.

Z. BMCC Clubs and Organizations:

Student programs and activities are vital components of college life. Nursing students are encouraged to
become actively involved in the numerous co-curriculum experiences available on campus. Significant
opportunities are offered for forming friendships, developing leadership skills, enlarging cultural
horizons, influencing the democratic process, and last but not least, personal enjoyment.

Club hours are Wednesdays from 2-4 p.m. during which time, no nursing classes are scheduled. A
complete listing of all current clubs, time and place of meeting is found in the College bulletin and a
recent list in the Exhibit C.

AA. Student Nurse Summer Extern Programs:

Each summer area hospitals, municipal, voluntary and private offer student nurse summer extern
experiences.

Although these programs are not an official part of the curriculum, students are encouraged to participate
in those where they meet the criteria for candidacy. E.g., in some, only completion of Fundamentals of
Nursing (NUR. 112) is required. In others, students must have completed a Medical-Surgical component
(NUR. 313).

The programs afford the student nurse the opportunity to gain added clinical experiences and exposure to
a hospital environment. Likewise, some also offer conferences and seminars that enhance nursing
content knowledge.

Where possible, students should plan to participate in these programs. Besides the experiences gained, in
some instances, the summer position enhanced the graduate’s ability to obtain a job upon completion of
the program.

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 NOTE: All students are advised that wearing the school’s uniform while engaging in the summer extern
program is PROHIBITED.

BB. STUDENT SHOW OF APPRECIATION:

Successful completion of class/clinical, holidays and birthdays are indeed times when a gesture of
goodwill is expressed. Students are at no times required by faculty or staff to buy gifts or food for
anyone on campus or clinical as a show of appreciation.

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 XV. College Policies

A. BMCC Policy on Plagiarism:

Plagiarism is the presentation of someone else’s words, ideas, or artistic, scientific, musical, technical
work as one’s own creation. A student copies or paraphrases published or on-line material, or another
person’s research, without properly identifying the source(s) is committing plagiarism.

Plagiarism violates the ethical and academic standards of our college. Students will be held responsible
for such violations, even when unintentional. To avoid unintended plagiarism, students should consult
with their instructors about when and how to document their sources. The library also has both print and
digital guides designed to help students cite courses correctly.

Plagiarism carries a range of penalties commensurate with the severity of the infraction. The instructor
may, for example, require the work to be redone, reduce the course grade, fail the student in the course,
or refer the case to the Faculty-Student Disciplinary Committee (see Article 15.4 of the Bylaws of the
Board of Trustees). Cases referred to that committee could result in suspension or expulsion from the
college.

B. No Children in the Classroom:

The College has an obligation to its students, faculty, staff and visitors to conduct its operations and
maintain its facilities in a manner consistent with its mission as an institution of higher education. For
this reason, young children who are not registered in the child-care center, should not be brought to the
campus and, of course, may not attend classes with their parent or guardian.

There may be occasions when brief visits by children of students may be necessary. Children may visit
college offices and facilities, other than classrooms, for limited periods of time when their parent or
guardian is conducting routine business at the college. Regular, repeated visits by children are not
permitted.

In no case are children permitted in labs, shops, construction/repair sites or other areas where potential
hazards exist. Children brought on campus must be directly supervised at all times by their parent or
guardian.

C. Religious Observances:
The faculty respects the diversity of religious practices and requirements.
If religious days observed by you differ from College holidays, you are responsible for notifying your
instructor, in writing, at the beginning of the semester of your intended absence(s). Should your beliefs
mandate a mode of dress or ornamentation that differs from the uniforms prescribed for the clinical area,
you must also notify your instructor, in writing, at the beginning of the semester.

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 XVI. CONTACT INFORMATION FOR NURSING FACULTY AND STAFF

CHAIRPERSON
PROFESSOR JUDY ENG
Office: S730B, (212) 220-8234
Email: [email protected]

DEPUTY CHAIR – NUR 1 & 2

PROFESSOR JOSEPHINE BRITANICO
Office: S730A, (212) 220-8242
Email: [email protected]

DEPUTY CHAIR – NUR 3 & 4

PROFESSOR SUNG H. GWAK
Office: S731D, (212) 220-8235
Email: [email protected]

NURSING ACADEMIC ADVISOR

PADMORE YVONNE
Office: S742, (212) 220-8239
Email: [email protected]

OFFICE ASSISTANT DAY PROGRAMS

CHANTEL JOAS
Office: S731A, (212) 776-7116
Email: [email protected]

OFFICE ASSISTANT EVENING/WEEKEND PROGRAM

HYMAN GEE
Office: S730, (212) 776-7117
Email: [email protected]

COLLEGE ASSISTANT TO NURSING ACADEMIC ADVISOR

INGRID MORRIS
Office: S731A, (212) 776-7118
Email: [email protected]

SENIOR COLLEGE LAB TECH

HEATHER EVANS-TRACEY
Office: S744, (212) 220-8390
E-mail: [email protected]

SENIOR COLLEGE LAB TECH

MARIANNE MYLENE CU
Office: S744, (212) 220-6004
Email: [email protected]

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NURSING FACULTY

ASKNES, EDNA
Office: S730E, (212) 220-5203
Email: [email protected]

BOVE, ANNE
Office: S730E, (212) 220-8233
Email: [email protected]

BUTLER-HAUGHTON, MELISSA
Office: S730L, (212) 220-8238
Email: [email protected]

BYNOE, CHARITY
Office: S730L, unassigned phone
[email protected]

CAYO, MONIQUE
Office: S730E, (212) 220-8245
Email: [email protected]

EDINBORO, MARCELLE
Office: S730D, (212) 220-8237
Email: [email protected]

FERRITTI, MARIAN
Office: S730G, (212) 220-8023
[email protected]

LEWIS, PAULA
Office: S730G, (212) 220-7821
[email protected]

LINDSAY, LEASHA
Office: S730E, (212) 776-7113
Email: [email protected]

MBEWE CATHERINE
Office: S730J
Phone: 212-220-8244
Email: [email protected]

NOREEN MULVANERTY
Office: S730F, (212) 220-8356
[email protected]

OREA, JONATHAN
Office: S730L, (212) 220-6470
[email protected]
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PENALO LAURA
Office: S730J, (212) 776-6413
Email: [email protected]

PRESS, ESTELLE
Office: S730G, (212) 220-8245
Email: [email protected]

SUMMERS, JANICE
Office; S743, (212) 220-8000 EXT. 8241
Email: [email protected]

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 XVII. APPENDICES

Academic Calendar……………………………………………………… Appendix A

Academic Grading ………………………………………………………. Appendix B

College-Wide Services and Activities …………………………… Appendix C

Departmental Policy: Student Complaints …………………… Appendix D

Health Clearance Forms ……………………………………………… Appendix E

Clinical Request Form…………………………………………………. Appendix F

Nursing Department Standing Committees …………………. Appendix G

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 APPENDIX A

Fall 2022

***This calendar is subject to change***

April 11 Monday Early Advisement and Registration begin for Summer and
Fall 2022

July 20 Wednesday Deadline to file an academic (CAS) appeal for dismissed

students

August 8-12 Monday - Friday Tentative In-Person Registration

August 15 Monday Deadline to upload proof of vaccination documents to

CUNYfirst

August 15-19 Monday - Friday Tentative In-Person Registration

August 24 Wednesday Last day to drop with 100% tuition refund

August 24 Wednesday Last day to apply for ePermit

August 24 Wednesday Last day to add a class (no late registration after this
date)

August 25 Thursday Classes begin

August 25 Thursday Fee of $18 is charged per day for changing classes once
the semester begins

August 31 Wednesday Last day to change a class

August 31 Wednesday Last day to drop with 75% tuition refund

September 1 Thursday Verification of Enrollment Rosters Available to faculty

September 1 Thursday Course Withdrawal Drop (WD) period begins. A grade of

"WD" is assigned to students who officially drop a class

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 September 2 Friday No classes scheduled

September 3-5 Saturday - Labor Day Weekend - COLLEGE CLOSED - NO CLASSES

Monday

September 7 Wednesday Last day to drop with 50% tuition refund

September 14 Wednesday Last day to change a major to be effective for Fall 2022

September 14 Wednesday Last day to drop with 25% tuition refund

September 14 Wednesday Course Withdrawal Drop (WD) period ends. Last day to
drop without the grade of "W"

September 14 Wednesday Verification of Enrollment Rosters Due from faculty

September 15 Thursday "WN" Grades Assigned

September 15 Thursday Course withdrawal period begins (A grade of "W" is

assigned to students who officially withdraw from a class)

September 16 Friday "WN" Reversal Form Turn On at 10:00 a.m.

September 22 Thursday Last day to apply for Fall 2022 Graduation

September 24 Saturday "WA" Grades Assigned--Immunization non-compliance

September 26- Monday - No classes scheduled

27 Tuesday

September 29 Thursday Classes follow Monday schedule

October 4-5 Tuesday - No classes scheduled

Wednesday

October 10 Monday COLLEGE CLOSED- NO CLASSES

November 1 Tuesday Last day to submit a financial aid (Title IV) appeal for
Fall 2022

November 7 Monday Student Faculty Evaluations available online

November 7 Monday "Tentative" Early Advisement and Registration begin for

Winter/Spring 2023
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 November 24-27 Thursday - COLLEGE CLOSED- NO CLASSES
Sunday

December 13 Tuesday "WN" Reversal Form Turn Off at 11:59 p.m.

December 13 Tuesday Last day of classes before final examination

December 14 Wednesday Last day to withdraw with a grade of "W"

December 14 Wednesday Last day to opt for an "NC" grade

December 14 Wednesday Grade lapse of INC to FIN from Spring and Summer
2022

December 14 Wednesday Reading Day

December 15-21 Thursday - Final Examinations

Wednesday

December 23 Friday Grade Submission Deadline

December 24-25 Saturday - COLLEGE CLOSED

Sunday

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Winter 2023

***This calendar is subject to change***

November 7 Monday Early Advisement and Registration begin for

Winter/Spring 2023

December 20 Tuesday Deadline to upload proof of vaccination documents to

CUNYfirst

January 2 Monday Student Dropped for COVID-19 Vaccination Non-

Compliance

January 2 Monday Last day to apply for ePermit

January 2 Monday Last day to drop with 100% tuition refund

January 2 Monday COLLEGE CLOSED

January 2 Monday Last day to add a class (no late registration after this
date)

January 3 Tuesday Last day to change a class

January 3 Tuesday Classes begin

January 3 Tuesday Fee of $18 is charged per day for changing classes
once the semester begins

January 3 Tuesday Last day to drop with 50% tuition refund

January 4 Wednesday Course Withdrawal Drop (WD) period begins. A grade of

"WD" is assigned to students who officially drop a class

January 4 Wednesday Verification of Enrollment Rosters Available to faculty

January 5 Thursday Verification of Enrollment Rosters Due from faculty

January 5 Thursday Course Withdrawal Drop (WD) period ends. Last day to
drop without the grade of "W"

January 5 Thursday Last day to drop with 25% tuition refund

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 January 6 Friday "WN" Grades Assigned

January 6 Friday Course withdrawal period begins (A grade of "W" is

assigned to students who officially drop a class)

January 16 Monday Last day to apply for Winter 2023 Graduation

January 16 Monday Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day- COLLEGE CLOSED- NO
CLASSES

January 16 Monday Last day to file a reinstatement appeal for dismissed

students

January 23 Monday Last day to opt for an "NC" grade

January 23 Monday Last day to withdraw with a grade of "W"

January 24 Tuesday Last day of classes (including final examinations)

January 26 Thursday Grade Submission Deadline

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***This calendar is subject to change***

November 7 Monday Early Advisement and Registration begin for

Winter/Spring 2023

January 16 Monday Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day- COLLEGE CLOSED- NO
CLASSES

January 16 Monday Last day to file a reinstatement appeal for dismissed

students

January 24 Tuesday Last day to apply for ePermit

January 24 Tuesday Last day to drop with 100% tuition refund

January 24 Tuesday Last day to add a class (no late registration after this
date)

January 25 Wednesday Classes begin

January 25 Wednesday Fee of $18 is charged per day for changing classes
once the session begins

January 31 Tuesday Last day to change a class

January 31 Tuesday Last day to drop with 75% tuition refund

February 1 Wednesday Priority Deadline for CUNY Transfer Application

February 1 Wednesday Course Withdrawal Drop (WD) period begins. A grade of

"WD" is assigned to students who officially drop a class

February 1 Wednesday Verification of Enrollment Rosters Available to

faculty

February 7 Tuesday Last day to drop with 50% tuition refund

February 12-13 Sunday-Monday Lincoln's Birthday Observed- COLLEGE CLOSED - NO

CLASSES

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 February 14 Tuesday Course Withdrawal Drop (WD) period ends. Last day to
drop without the grade of "W"

February 14 Tuesday Last day to change a major to be effective for Spring

2023

February 14 Tuesday Last day to drop with 25% tuition refund

February 14 Tuesday Verification of Enrollment Rosters Due from faculty

February 15 Wednesday Course withdrawal period begins (A grade of "W" is

assigned to students who officially drop a class)

February 15 Wednesday 100% Tuition obligation for course withdrawal

February 15 Wednesday "WN" Grades Assigned

February 20 Monday President's Day- COLLEGE CLOSED - NO CLASSES

February 21 Tuesday Classes follow Monday schedule

February 24 Friday Last day to apply for Spring 2023 Graduation

February 24 Friday "WA" Grades Assigned – Immunization non-

compliance

April 1 Saturday Last day to submit a financial aid (Title IV) appeal for
Spring 2023

April 10 Monday Early Advisement and Registration begin for Summer and
Fall 2023

April 05-13 Wednesday- Spring Recess - NO CLASSES - COLLEGE OFFICES ARE

Thursday OPEN

May 12-13 Friday-Saturday Reading Day

May 16 Tuesday Last day to opt for an "NC" grade

May 16 Tuesday Grade lapse of INC to FIN from Fall and Winter

May 16 Tuesday Last day to withdraw with a grade of "W"

May 16 Tuesday Last day of classes before final examination

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Tuesday

May 26 Friday Grade Submission Deadline

May 29 Monday Memorial Day - COLLEGE CLOSED

May 30 Tuesday Honors Convocation (tentative)

June 8 Thursday Commencement (tentative)

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Academic Grading Policies

Grading System

Final Grades are given at the end of the semester for each course. Grades assigned at the completion of a
course are as follows:

Quality Points
Grade Definition Index
A 93-100% 4.0
A- 90-92% 3.7
B+ 87-89% 3.3
B 83-86% 3.0
B- 80-82% 2.7
C+ 77-79% 2.3
C 73-76% 2.0
C- 70-72% 1.7
D+ 67-69% 1.3
If you receive a C- or
D 63-66% 1.0 lower, see the F/C-grading
policy
D- 60-62% 0.7
F Failure 0.0
S Satisfactory --
U Unsatisfactory
0.0
(counts as failure)
W Withdrew
--
Withdrawal from class between 4th and 10th weeks; non Failure
WN Never Attended 0.0
WA Administrative Withdrawal --
WU Withdrew Unofficially 0.0
R The "R" grade means a course must be repeated
For remedial courses, no student may receive a grade of "R" more
--
than once for the same course. A letter grade other than "R" must be
assigned the second time that course is taken.

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NC No credit granted
--
(restricted to regular courses)
INC Semester’s work incomplete --
AUD Course not taken for credit or grade: "AUD" appears on Transcript --
PEN Grade Pending
REP Repeated Course
FIN "F" from Incomplete-
0.0
to be used when an "INC" grade" reverts to an "F".
Z No grade submitted by the instructor.
"Z" is an administrative grade which cannot be assigned by the
instructor
TR Transfer credit from another institution or courses taken on permit.

Academic Affairs | Office Directory

199 Chambers Street, Rm. S-715, New York, NY 10007
Phone: 212-220-8320 | Fax: 212-220-8319

Office Hours
Mon–Fri: 9:00AM–5:00PM

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COLLEGE-WIDE STUDENT SERVICES AND ACTIVITIES

OFFICE HOURS LOCATION,
NAME SERVICES
(subject to change) PHONE & EMAIL

A. PHILIP RANDOLPH Mon-Thu, 8am-10pm;

Houses textbooks on reserve,
paperbacks, periodicals and microfilm. Fri, 8am-7pm;
MEMORIAL LIBRARY S410
Also, provides internet access, video,
212-220-1442
database training and copiers for Sat, 10am-6pm;
http://lib1.bmcc.cuny.edu/
students.
Sun, 12noon-5pm

Mon-Thu, 9am-8pm;

Provides academic advisement to Fri, 9am-1pm & 4pm-

ACADEMIC ADVISEMENT & S108
students on course selection; provides 7pm;
212-220-8315
TRANSFER CENTER transfer information, academic audits, and
Sat, 10am-6pm;
Information about the Out-In-Two [email protected]
http://www.bmcc.cuny.edu/transfercntr/index.html Program. Sun, 11am-4pm

Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm*

ADMISSIONS SERVICES Provides enrollment assistance to Mon-Thu, 9am-7pm; S310, 212-220-1265

incoming freshmen and transfer students. [email protected]

http://www.bmcc.cuny.edu/admissions/ Fri, 9am -12noon

Offers BMCC community a full range of Mon-Fri, 9:00am-

ATHLETICS, RECREATION,
recreational activities including swimming, 5:00pm;
N255
& INTRAMURALS aerobics, and weight training.
Schedule of
Intercollegiate teams are offered in men’s recreational and 212-220-8260
http://www.bmcc.cuny.edu/activities-athletics/ soccer, women’s volleyball, men’s and intramural activities
women’s basketball and baseball. available in N210
teams/

Mon-Thu, 10am-7pm;
Provides academic support services to
S500, 212-220-8295
BASIC SKILLS / ENGLISH LAB students in Fri, 10am-5 pm;

BasicSkillsEnglishTutoring
http://www.bmcc.cuny.edu/basicskillsenglish/ English 088 & 095. Prepares students to Sat, 10am-5pm;
@bmcc.cuny.edu
re-take CUNY-ACT.
Sun, 11am-4pm

Mon-Thu, 9am-7pm; S330

Provides services to students such as
BURSAR OFFICE
billing, check
Fri, 9am-12noon 212-220-1300
http://www.bmcc.cuny.edu/bursar/about-us.html
distribution, TAP certification and refunds. Mon-Thu, 9am-5pm* [email protected]

Assists students with gaining full and part-

CENTER FOR CAREER time employment and with the S342
development of academic/professional Mon-Thu, 9am-7pm;
DEVELOPMENT
objectives pertaining to future 212-220-8170
Fri, 9am-6pm
http://www.bmcc.cuny.edu/career/ employment.

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 Addresses the needs of non-traditional
families and individuals meeting specific
COPE (College Opportunity to income guidelines to reduce student
Monday - Friday M1216B
barriers to education and employment.
Prepare for Employment) Program
COPE also provides ongoing support to 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 212-346-8486
http://www.bmcc.cuny.edu/cope/ help students identify and define personal
and career goals to promote their long-
term autonomy.

Provides outreach and enrichment

COLLEGE DISCOVERY PROGRAM services, such as Mon-Thu, 9am-7pm; S335

http://www.bmcc.cuny.edu/CD/ counseling, tutorial and financial Fri, 9am-5pm 212-220-8152

assistance to selected students.

Professional counselors and academic Monday – Thursday:

COUNSELING CENTER advisors provide information and support S343
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
in the areas of career counseling, social,
http://www.bmcc.cuny.edu/counseling/ financial, personal and academic Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00
212-220-8140
development. PM

Monday- Friday
Provides highest quality child care and N375
7:45AM-5:00PM
EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER early education, and many additional
Monday- Thursday 212–220-8250
services, to student parents and their
http://www.bmcc.cuny.edu/ecc/ 5:00PM-9:00PM
children [email protected]
Saturday/Sunday
8:00AM-5:00PM
ENGLISH AS A SECOND S503
Monday - Thursday
Provides academic support services for 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
LANGUAGE LAB Friday 212-220-1422
students placed in ESL courses. 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
http://www.bmcc.cuny.edu/esllab/ Saturday [email protected]
10:00 am - 4:00 pm

EVENING/WEEKEND PROGRAM Assists the evening/weekend students,

faculty and staff by assuring that the Wed-Fri, 11am—7pm; S727
OFFICE courses offered during evening/weekend
Sat, 9am—7pm; 212-220-8325
hours are efficiently supported by services
and activities that foster a resourceful Sun, 9am-6pm [email protected]
http://www.bmcc.cuny.edu/academics/page.jsp?pid=1160&n=Evening/Weeken d study environment.

Mon and Thurs: 9:00

Helps students seeking financial am - 5:00 pm N365
FINANCIAL AID OFFICE assistance by providing counseling and
Tues and Wed: 9:00 212-220-1430
other services related to establishing
http://www.bmcc.cuny.edu/finaid/ am - 7:00 pm*
eligibility for federal and state awards. [email protected]
Fri: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Provides first aid, counseling workshops,

HEALTH SERVICES and free Monday – Friday N380, 212-220-8255

http://www.bmcc.cuny.edu/health-services/ immunizations for measles, mumps and 8 am to 5 pm [email protected]

rubella.

Provides computer support services for S604

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY students via open lab and computer lab
Mon-Thu, 8am-12mid;
maintenance programs. Open lab services 212-220-8122
http://www.bmcc.cuny.edu/it/
are provided on a drop-in basis. Fri-Sun, 9am-12mid
[email protected]

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services to strengthen academic skills and Monday – Thursday: S510
8:00am-10:00pm
meet their learning needs. Tutorial
services include scheduled weekly Friday: 8:00am- 212- 220-1376
LEARNING RESOURCE CENTER appointments, Walk-in/Drop-in tutoring 7:00pm
and supplemental instruction. Computer Telephone Assistance
http://www.bmcc.cuny.edu/lrc/ labs provide students with open lab hours Saturday: 9:00am- Dial-A-Tutor
5:00pm 212-220-1383
for independent work, computer training
workshops, and support for classroom Sunday: 10:00am- [email protected]
related computing activities, study skills, 5:00pm
and course specific software.

The Student Government Association is

STUDENT GOVERNMENT the student voice in the academic, Mon-Thu, 9am—7pm;
S215
cultural, and social affairs of the college.
ASSOCIATION Fri, 9am-5pm;
It depends heavily on energetic and 212-406-3980
http://www.bmcc.cuny.edu/sga/ interested representatives elected Sat, 10am-5pm;
annually from the student body.

Mon-Thu, 10am-8pm;
Provides students with academic S535
MATH LAB support in mathematics and mini course Fri, 10am-7pm;
212-220-1366
http://www.bmcc.cuny.edu/mathlab
reviews before and during final exams Sat, 10am-4pm;
for remedial and credited math courses. [email protected]
Sun, 11am-4pm

Mon-Thu, 8:30am-8:30pm;
READING LAB Provides academic support and tutorial S500, 212-220-1410

assistance in reading to students. Fri, 8:30am-7pm; Sat, Sun,

http://www.bmcc.cuny.edu/developmentalskills/page.jsp 12pm-4pm
[email protected]
?pid=1020&n=Academic%20and%20Critical%20Reading

Administers students’ records. Provides S315

REGISTRAR’S OFFICE transcripts and change of major forms. Mon-Thu, 9am-7pm
Allows students to file for graduation 212-220-1290
http://www.bmcc.cuny.edu/registrar/ and make changes to their records; e.g. Fri, 9am-12noon
[email protected]
change of address.

Mon-Thu, 11am-6pm;
SCIENCE LEARNING CENTER Provides students with academic N734, 212-220-1323

support services in science courses. Fri, 10am-7pm; Sat, 10am-

http://www.bmcc.cuny.edu/learningassistance/ 5pm
[email protected]

Provides scholarship related information Mon-Fri, 9am-6:30pm S350

SCHOLARSHIP & EMERGENCY FUNDING OFFICE and emergency funds to registered
students. Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm* 212-220-8133

OFFICE OF ACCESSIBILITY Provides disability-related services to Mon-Thu, 9am-7pm; Fri, N360

9am-5pm; weekend hours
http://www.bmcc.cuny.edu/disabled/
students. by appt. 212-220-8180

Plans and coordinates educational,

STUDENT ACTIVITIES cultural and social programs on campus Monday - Friday S234

http://www.bmcc.cuny.edu/studentactivities/
in cooperation with the Student 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM 212-220-8160
Government.

WOMEN’S RESOURCE CENTER Provides support services for the growth

S340, 212-220-8165
Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm
http://www.bmcc.cuny.edu/womencenter/
and development of women students. [email protected]

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DEPARTMENTAL POLICY: STUDENT COMPLAINTS

A complaint may be filed by a student or group of students expressing dissatisfaction about

something or someone in the Department of Nursing.

COMPLAINT PROCEDURE

1) The complaint is first presented to the student(s)' clinical and/or classroom instructor
verbally or in writing. ALL WRITTEN COMPLAINTS MUST BE SIGNED AND DATED.

2) If the student(s) is not satisfied with the response, the student(s) may then make an
appointment to see the Deputy Chairperson assigned to the student(s)' course and section
number. The Deputy Chairperson will review the verbal and/or written complaint and may
request, as necessary, additional information from the student complainant(s).

3) If the complaint is still not satisfactorily resolved, the student(s) may then make an
appointment to see the Chairperson of the Nursing Department to verbally express the
complaint and/or submit a written, signed, and dated statement with supporting evidence.
The Chairperson may share the complaint with the Associate Dean of Instruction and/or the
college's Affirmative Action Officer.

4) If the student(s) has used all available avenues in the Department of Nursing to address the
complaint and is still not satisfied, the student(s) may then make an appointment to see the
Associate Dean of Instruction and/or the college's Affirmative Action Officer.

5) In all of the above instances, the student complainant(s) will be notified verbally and/or in
writing of the action to be taken regarding the complaint.

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HEALTH CLEARANCE FORMS

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New orders: (Background Check/Urine Drug Screen/Health Record Tracking) –

Code UU03.
Urine Drug Screen Order Only - Code UU03dt.
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NURSING DEPARTMENT STANDING COMMITTEES
The Department Standing Committees were revised in Fall 2017 to reflect the NLNAC Standards. Each
committee’s goals will include the criteria that support the NLNAC standards.

MISSION AND ADMINISTRATIVE CAPACITY - Standard I

Purpose: To monitor and recommend philosophy and curriculum revisions to faculty.
Functions: Review annually Department and College mission/philosophy, goals/objectives and policies of the
nursing department for consistency; and recommend changes/revisions as needed.
Ad Hoc Committees: Test Construction Committee; Math Committee; Globalization Committee.

FACULTY & STAFF - Standard II

Purpose: To promote professional growth and development, facilitate the annual faculty evaluation process.
Functions: Survey the faculty’s professional growth and developmental needs; plan activities in response to
faculty’s professional growth and developmental needs; facilitate the process of faculty evaluation in areas of
teaching, scholarship, service and practice; update records and tables annually for faculty participation on
college and department committees.

STUDENTS - Standard III

Purpose: To serve as an avenue for facilitating students’ communication with each other and with the faculty.
Function: Ensure that departmental student policies are congruent with college policies and are publically
accessible, non-discriminatory, and consistently applied; assess and facilitate student access to support services
(i.e. health, counseling, academic advisement, tutoring); support student involvement providing faculty who
will meet with the nursing club at the beginning and end of each semester to identify goals; review and revise
Student Handbook annually; supervise and facilitate pinning ceremonies; coordinate student representation at
faculty meeting and selected department committees; review and make recommendations for
admission/readmission/graduation criteria; review annually and revise as needed departmental, college
publications and BMCC web page information relating to admission, retention and graduation; maintain,
evaluate and revise as needed the Incoming student Orientation Program.

CURRICULUM - Standard IV
Purpose: Supports the achievement of the identified student learning outcomes and program outcomes of the
nursing education unit consistent with safe practice in contemporary healthcare environments.
Function: Review relationship between the nursing curriculum (course content, teaching method, testing
measures, laboratory experiences and clinical application of content) and department goals/objectives and
recommend changes/revisions as needed. Maintain overview of total curriculum plan showing credit and clock
hour distribution per semester. Maintain file of outstanding student papers and projects. Review each course
description course objectives for continuity of progression and make recommendations as needed. Serve as
clearinghouse regarding changes to department documents (i.e. Course descriptions, evaluations and nursing
care/concept map) as needed.

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RESOURCES - Standard V
Purpose: Evaluate and recommend changes as needed regarding educational materials and physical
facilities/environment.
Function: Assess the need for updating learning laboratory software inventory.
Prepare books and periodicals recommended by faculty for purchase by the library.
Perform annual survey of library holdings in nursing and related disciplines for the purpose of removing
outdated materials and periodicals no longer considered relevant.
Prepare a list of recommended improvements to physical facilities and submit to department chairperson.
Identify required textbooks due for revision by publishers.
Ensure current agency contracts with affiliating agencies.

OUTCOMES & ASSESSMENT OF STUDENT LEARNING - Standard VI

Purpose: To review/revise tools of evaluation internal to the program; assess results of external tools of
evaluation and make recommendations to the Faculty for necessary action
Functions: Review the current Program evaluation Plan in SSR and review Expected Levels of Achievement
for all standards; make recommendations to Faculty at April Faculty Meeting; evaluate and revise as needed a
systematic program of evaluating educational effectiveness; review and make recommendations regarding data
from: NCLEX results; teacher made –tests; demographic data; Graduate Follow Up survey; Graduate Exit
Survey. Review and make recommendations regarding program outcomes including: Graduation / Retention
rates, pattern of employment, and employer satisfaction.

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